Jacob Clayton
ATHENS,IL
Summary
Performance-oriented and accomplished President offering proven operations management and strategic planning expertise honed in Construction environments. Successful background building and leading results-driven teams to meeting and exceed business targets. Solid human resources and business management expertise.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
President /Senior Estimator
Instaltech Co.
Athens, IL
01.2018 - Current
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Represented the organization at community events and public forums to promote its mission.
- Oversaw daily administrative tasks such as payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable management.
- Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
- Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
- Organized and facilitated board meetings, strategic planning sessions, and annual conferences.
- Analyzed financial statements and forecasts to improve programs, performance and policies.
Senior Field Technician
Rite Hite Corporation
Maryland Heights, MO
06.2013 - 12.2017
- Repaired defective components using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Assisted in the development of new products and processes through experimental testing.
- Reviewed product specifications for compatibility with existing systems.
- Optimized performance of equipment by calibrating new, repaired and maintained pieces.
- Leveraged technical knowledge and equipment operations experience to complete effective repairs.
- Developed innovative solutions to challenging technical problems.
- Diagnosed malfunctions using schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Trained customers on the use and operation of complex systems in the field.
- Documented findings accurately using standard forms and procedures.
- Recommended upgrades to existing systems based on industry standards.
- Generated detailed reports outlining progress made during each service call.
- Diagnosed tool, equipment and machinery malfunctions.
- Provided on-site technical support for customers' operational needs.
- Performed advanced troubleshooting and repair of complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems in the field.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians on site issues.
- Coordinated with other technicians to complete projects on time.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Picker Packer
Dot Foods Inc.
Mount Sterling, IL
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Picked orders according to customer specifications, utilizing order sheets, pick lists, and item numbers.
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Picked products from designated locations using various tools and transferred to appropriate areas for further processing.
- Used handheld scanners to key in data for packages.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area, equipment and supplies used in picking process.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
- Utilized RF scanners to track inventory movements throughout the facility.
- Confirmed items picked for orders by keying codes into system.
Education
AWS Certified Welding Certificates - Welding / Pipe Fitting
Midwest Technical Institute
Springfield, IL03-2011
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Process Improvement
- Risk Mitigation
- Employee Relations
- Operations Oversight
- Revenue Growth
- Profitability Optimization
- Company Representation
- Financial Management
- Project Management
- Staff Management
- Contract Management
- Revenue Generation
- Budget Management
- Sales and Marketing
- Leadership Team Building
- Contract Negotiation
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Industry Partnership Development
- Staff Training
- Business Development
Timeline
President /Senior Estimator
Instaltech Co.
01.2018 - Current
Senior Field Technician
Rite Hite Corporation
06.2013 - 12.2017
Picker Packer
Dot Foods Inc.
10.2012 - 05.2013
AWS Certified Welding Certificates - Welding / Pipe Fitting
Midwest Technical Institute